JUNE 1-7
JEREMIAH 1-3
Song 84 and Prayer | Opening Comments (1 min.)
Jeremiah preaches Jehovah’s message of judgment to false worshippers in Jerusalem
1. “Do Not Be Afraid . . . for ‘I Am With You’”
(10 min.)
[Play the VIDEO Introduction to Jeremiah.]
Like Jeremiah, some who want to preach feel afraid or unqualified (Jer 1:6)
Jehovah qualifies and strengthens us to do his will (Jer 1:8, 9; w10 1/15 9 ¶7-8)
2. Spiritual Gems
(10 min.)
3. Bible Reading
(4 min.) Jer 3:14-25 (th study 12)
4. Starting a Conversation
(3 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. After starting with a timely topic, share something from the Bible that seems more relevant to the householder. (lmd lesson 2 point 5)
5. Following Up
(4 min.) HOUSE TO HOUSE. Offer a Bible study. (lmd lesson 8 point 3)
6. Making Disciples
(5 min.) Discussion with a Bible student who is not making progress. (lmd lesson 12 point 5)
Song 76
7. Be Bold Like Jeremiah
(6 min.) Discussion.
Play the VIDEO Learn From Jehovah’s Friends—Jeremiah. Then ask the audience:
How did Jeremiah become Jehovah’s friend?—Jer 1:6-8
Whom do you want to talk to about Jehovah?
What can you say to help the person become Jehovah’s friend?
8. “Make a Defense . . . With a Mild Temper and Deep Respect”
(9 min.) Discussion.
We must be bold as we declare the good news and defend Jehovah’s moral standards. However, we need to balance our boldness with other Christian qualities.
Read 1 Peter 3:15. Then ask the audience:
What other qualities are important when explaining our beliefs?
Why are these qualities important?
Play the VIDEO DRAMATIZATION “The Result of True Righteousness Will Be Peace.” Then ask the audience:
What did you learn from this video that can help you to explain your beliefs about homosexuality tactfully?
REMEMBER: When defending Jehovah’s moral standards, avoid getting drawn into political controversies.—Joh 18:36.
9. Congregation Bible Study
(30 min.) lfb lessons 90-91